title: Corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis.
abstract: Corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis is a serious disorder that results in significant morbidity. A summary of our understanding of the pathophysiology is provided and highlights some of the controversy the exists. Clinical trials for the prevention and treatment of corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis are reviewed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Medicine, McMaster University, St. Joseph's Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario.
authors.forename: J D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Adachi
authors.forename: W G
authors.initials: WG
authors.lastname: Bensen
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Cividino
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001846:Bone Development / Q000187:drug effects; D001862:Bone Resorption / Q000503:physiopathology; D005260:Female; D005938:Glucocorticoids / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010024:Osteoporosis / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy*; D012307:Risk Factors
chemical_list: D005938:Glucocorticoids